GOOGLE INC: Still Cooperates w/ EPA on DoubleClick-Related Probe

Google Inc. is cooperating with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s investigation regarding an alleged release of refrigerants at a data center facility acquired from DoubleClick.

In February 2009, the Company learned of the investigation into an alleged release of refrigerant at…

NORTEL NETWORKS: Accrues $9Mil at March 31 for Envt’l. Matters

Nortel Networks Corporation says that, as of March 31, 2011, the accruals on the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet for environmental matters were US$9 million.

Based on information available as of March 31, 2011, management believes that the existing accruals are…

NORTEL NETWORKS: Accrues $9M at Dec. 31 for Environmental Issues

Nortel Networks Corporation says that, as of Dec. 31, 2010, the accruals on the consolidated balance sheet for environmental matters were US$9 million.

The Company has remedial activities under way at five sites that are either currently or previously owned.

Nortel Networks…

VERIZON COMMS: VZNY Has Potential Claims on Underground Storage

Verizon Communications Inc.’s subsidiary, Verizon New York Inc. (VZNY) faces potential claims over its underground storage tank registration, inspection and maintenance program.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has advised VZNY of the potential issues.

While VZNY does not believe…

GOOGLE INC: EPA’s Inquiry on Alleged Refrigerant Release Ongoing

Google Inc., in February 2009, learned of a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency investigation into an alleged release of refrigerant at one of the Company’s smaller data facilities, which the Company acquired from DoubleClick, and the accuracy of related statements and…

THERMO FISHER: Records $20M Accrued Liabilities at Dec. 31, 2008

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.’s accrued liabilities for environmental matters totaled US$20 million at December 31, 2008.

The Company’s Fair Lawn and Somerville, New Jersey, facilities are the subject of administrative consent orders issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection…

NORTEL NETWORKS: Accrues $18M at 3Q08 for Environmental Matters

Nortel Networks Corporation, as of Sept. 30, 2008, had US$18 million accrued for environmental matters, compared with US$26 million as of Dec. 31, 2007.

The Company is exposed to liabilities and compliance costs arising from its past generation, management and disposal…

VERIZON COMMS: Awaiting EPA’s Penalties Calculation for Wireless

Verizon Communications Inc. is still awaiting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s calculation of the penalties that are owed in connection with an audit of Verizon Wireless’ cell site, switch and non-retail building facilities.

Verizon Wireless has concluded an audit of its…

VERIZON COMMS: Faces Claims on Underground Storage Tank Breaches

Verizon Communications Inc.’s operating unit, Verizon New York Inc. (VZNY), remains in dispute with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation on alleged violations in connection with VZNY’s underground storage tank registration, inspection and maintenance program.

The New York State…

VERIZON COMMS: Remains Possibly Liable for Hicksville, N.Y. Site

Verizon Communications Inc. still faces potential remediation liability related to site in Hicksville, N.Y.

During 2003, under a government-approved plan, remediation commenced at the site of a former Sylvania facility in Hicksville, N.Y., that processed nuclear fuel rods in the 1950s…